Shoes that provide elevation to one's feet are known as high heel shoes. These are among the most popular forms of shoes for the women, as they need to create a 'height' illusion more than men. High heel shoes are available in a variety of heights so that women can pick items according to their original heights. Though providing temporary elevation to the foot was the main reason behind the invention of the high heels, today these shoes are very much a part of women's fashion. High boots are now available for all occasions and most importantly for all kinds of feet. They are available in endless designs, materials, and sizes to suit all. One just needs to pick up the right thing for the right occasion.
All the popular shoe brands maintain separate section for high heel shoes and offer huge collections of items to choose from. As fashion trends change very frequently, the shoe manufacturers keep on introducing new designs to provide things that make people maintain trends. The most known models for women are Stiletto, Wedge Heels, Tapered, Blade, and Pumps (court shoes). In terms of looks and utility Stiletto is the best shoe model for any woman. Length of Stiletto heels range from 1 inch to 10 inches and these shoes really make one look sexy. You can wear a Stiletto at a wedding party as well as a corporate meeting. Some people find walking difficult in Stiletto for its thin heel. For them the Wedge shoes are perfect. Wedge shoes are a combination of a platform heel shoe and a Stiletto. Wedge shoes come with high heels but unlike Stiletto, the heels are thick and run up to the toes. The slope makes walking comfortable. Today, Wedge heels are as popular as the Stilettos, thanks to the comfort they provide to people.
Another very popular form of high heel shoe is the pump. Basic pumps shoes come with high heels that are identical to the Stilettos but are simpler in looks. Pumps do not generally come with extra designing like laces, buckles and straps. Basic features of Pumps are closed back and low cut front. Pumps are ideal for all kinds of occasions. You can wear it regularly as your office dress and may attend parties. Pumps are found in a variety of designs like round toes, square toes, peep toes, pointy toes and almond toes. Other popular models are ankle strap, t-strap and Mary Jane strap.